A gorgeous Easter Maple Glazed Ham
Holidays and celebrations are all about connecting and celebrating life. Each year we make Ham for Easter. Last year, we made Ham in Bread, and this year, it's Maple Glazed Ham. This Apricot Glazed Ham is:
- a stunning centerpiece for your Easter brunch
- the glaze is sweet and shines beautifully
- use fully cooked bonless ham
- optionally keep it in the fridge or freezer
- the perfect holiday dish that meat-lovers will adore
- dairy-free and gluten-free recipe
FORMULA FOR BAKING HAM
The rule is this. Always cook the ham in the beginning for 15 minutes, then add 20 minutes for each 500g (1.1 pounds) of ham. Our ham weighs 2.2 pounds, so we bake it like this:
15 minutes + 2 x 20 minutes = 55 minutes
Essential ingredients
This gorgeous Easter Apricot Glazed Ham is not only gorgeous but also super delicious. You can find the whole recipe below. Here are a few more words about crucial ingredients.
Ham - for this recipe, we choose a boneless ham Z'Dežele. We removed the skin (you can buy skinless ham) and made thin cuts into the fat to create cuts for better caramelization and easier serving. Fully cooked ham is the way to go in this recipe to speed things up. If you don't have a fully cooked ham, cook it beforehand.
Maple syrup has a subtle, gentle flavor and is naturally sweet, which is great in this recipe. A good substitute would be honey.
Herbs - use fresh herbs like sage and rosemary; they balance the flavors and add freshness.
Spices - we need all spices, including cinnamon and cloves. They add festive aromas. Optionally add cardamom if you have it at home.
Storing and freezing
Storing Maple Glazed Ham is simple. Feel free to store it in two ways.
Place the Maple Glazed Ham into an airtight container. Keep in the fridge for up to 7 days. Store the ham in an airtight container. You can either store the whole ham, or slices only.
Freeze the Maple Glazed Ham. Place the dish in an airtight container or freezer bag and place it in the freezer for up to 1 month. Before serving, defrost at room temperature or in the fridge overnight. Serve cold.
How to make Maple Glazed Ham at home (video)
Check this quick video to master making Maple Glazed Ham at home.
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